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I'M A Celebrity's Harry Redknapp was crowned king of the jungle last night and declared he can't wait to jump in the sack with beloved wife Sandra.

The footie manager, 71, won the nation's hearts with his antics in the jungle and on Sunday evening he was voted 2018 champion.

 Harry Redknapp was crowned winner and got to kiss his wife Sandra on the bridge
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Harry Redknapp was crowned winner and got to kiss his wife Sandra on the bridgeCredit: Rex Features

After a tense few minutes, hosts Holly Willoughby, 37, and Declan Donnelly, 43, revealed Harry, 71, as this year's jungle king - much to the surprise of the man himself.

Still reeling from the shock, Harry was finally given the chance to see his wife, who gave him a huge hug and a kiss.

When asked how he coped without Sandra in the jungle he said: "It was very difficult, it was very difficult."

However, he soon confessed that he can't wait to romp with his wife, declaring: "She's got a bit of grinding coming... Where is she? I'm ready for her!"

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 Harry made his way back to real life with his crown and sceptre
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Harry made his way back to real life with his crown and sceptreCredit: Rex Features
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Harry got to pose with hosts Holly Willoughby and Declan Donnelly

 Harry celebrates with wife Sandra and granddaughter Molly
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Harry celebrates with wife Sandra and granddaughter MollyCredit: Australia Media
 Finalists John Barrowman and Emily Atack cuddle Harry
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Finalists John Barrowman and Emily Atack cuddle HarryCredit: Australia Media
 The camp of 2018 look thrilled to be reunited
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The camp of 2018 look thrilled to be reunited
I'm A Celebrity's Harry Redknapp watches back his best moments from the jungle
 Harry admitted he was disappointed there wasn't a bacon sarnie truck on site
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Harry admitted he was disappointed there wasn't a bacon sarnie truck on siteCredit: ITV
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Harry got down to the final two with Emily Atack, 28, after John Barrowman, 51, was voted into third place.

The actress looked thrilled for Harry and gave him a huge hug as he was crowned king of the jungle.

During the post-show chat, Harry admitted he was totally under-prepared for the hardships of the show having never watched it before he went in, admitting he was seriously disappointed not to have had a secret food truck on site.

Harry, 71, was the bookies’ favourite to win the show this year after stealing the hearts of the nation with his lovable personality, stories about his wife Sandra and his entertaining tales.

 The former Spurs manager has been a firm fan favourite throughout the series
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The former Spurs manager has been a firm fan favourite throughout the seriesCredit: Rex Features

Fans showed their support for Harry last night by getting in his favourite pudding - jam roly poly - to scoff during the episode in his honour.

They flocked to Twitter to share pictures of their pudding and many insisted they hoped Harry got a dish as soon as he's out.

It came after a difficult show for Harry, who completed his final Bushtucker Trial by facing his fear of rats and bugs as they scuttled all over him while he lay in a 'grave'.

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 Harry put an arm around Emily as she cried in her interview
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Harry put an arm around Emily as she cried in her interviewCredit: ITV
Harry Redknapp gets an insect removed from his ear after completing the 'Danger Down Under' Bushtucker trial on I'm A Celebrity
 He endured one final Bush tucker trial in last night's show
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He endured one final Bush tucker trial in last night's showCredit: Rex Features
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He was covered in the critters and he complained that one even went in his ear, while Emily got covered in creepy crawlies which bit her nipples.

John was also left with a bad taste in his mouth after having to wolf down bull penis and sheep eyes in an unsavoury Bushertuck Trial.

After surviving her final trial and getting down to second place, Emily burst into tears in her post-jungle interview as she credited the show with making her a stronger person and learning to accept herself.

Harry was seen leaning in an putting an arm around her to comfort her as she wiped away the tears.

After the show finished, Harry headed over to Extra camp where Holly and Dec toasted his victory with glasses of Champagne.

There were also a few laughs as Harry's son Jamie Redknapp phoned in to congratulate his dad, and Emily - who admitted to have a huge crush on the former footballer - chimed in.

 Emily screamed that the bugs were biting her nipples in last night's task
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Emily screamed that the bugs were biting her nipples in last night's taskCredit: Rex Features
 Fans were thrilled to see him tackle Celebrity Cyclone earlier in the week
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Fans were thrilled to see him tackle Celebrity Cyclone earlier in the weekCredit: Rex Features
 Harry's relationship with wife Sandra melted viewers' hearts
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Harry's relationship with wife Sandra melted viewers' heartsCredit: Rex Features
 His deadpan humour was a hit with viewers at home
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His deadpan humour was a hit with viewers at homeCredit: Rex Features

 

 

Harry Redknapp, Fleur East, Emily Atack and John Barrowman battle strong winds and deep waters for Bushtucker trial called Celebrity Cyclone on I'm A Celebrity

Harry was the second highest paid star to ever appear on the programme with his fee of £500,000 after fellow series celeb Noel Edmonds, who was paid £600,000 for his appearance.

But Harry has been predicted to make millions off the back of the show.

This year's show has been a huge success as it brought in the highest ratings in five years, smashing the 12 million mark for the first time since 2013.

It marked the debut of presenter Holly Willoughby, 37, who has been standing in for Ant McPartlin, 43, while he takes some time out of the spotlight to focus on his personal problems.

Holly easily won over viewers and fans have loved the hilarious banter between her and co-host Declan Donnelly during the run.

She even took on one of the challenges as she joined the Extra Camp version of Celebrity Cyclone earlier in the week.

The This Morning star was seen screaming as she battled a water cannon, wind machines and bouncing balls to help the team to victory.

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